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The ‘spirit’ butterfly effect | Unlike the ‘sober curious’ West, Indians are raising their glasses more now

A resilient economy, premiumisation, neighbourhood bars, and a surge of education and career prospects are all making India one of the fastest growing markets for alcoholic beverages

The Hindu

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July 21-27, 2023

The Independent UK

Acer Founder Doubts US Can Match Asia's Chip Making Dominance

Acer Founder Stan Shih says that the United States is too far behind Taiwan when it comes to chipmaking prowess.

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China, Russia and the delicate balance Asian countries seek to strike

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this year, just a few days after the International Criminal Court released an arrest warrant against Putin for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.

The Conversation

‘Bacteria wilt’ poses a grave threat to tomato crop in Andhra Pradesh’s Madanapalle region

Horticulture Dept. launches awareness camps in Chittoor & Annamayya districts to tackle 'bacteria wilt', a deadly disease for tomato, eggplant, chilli & potato. Yield in Madanapalle, Asia's largest tomato belt, has hit rock bottom. Remedial measures include crop rotation & sowing of tolerant varieties. Inclement weather has delayed crop cutting.…

The Hindu

Government clears football teams for Asian Games

Sports Ministry grants relaxation to Indian football teams for Asian Games; Men's and Women's teams to participate despite not meeting existing criterion; AIFF president Kalyan Choubey holds meetings with Home Minister and Sports Minister to find solution; Indian football on rise, participation in Asian Games to boost morale.

The Hindu

Indian government clears football teams for Asian Games

AIFF chief Chaubey elated over Sports Ministry's decision to relax selection criteria for Indian football teams' participation in Asian Games. Provides big boost to players' morale. PM Modi's intervention and AIFF's appeal led to Sports Ministry's decision. Indian teams' participation in continental showpiece will give players exposure and help reach…

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Animals Asia Signs Groundbreaking Deal To Ban Elephant Riding In Vietnam By 2026

Landmark agreement with Vietnamese authorities sets precedent for Asian nations, prioritizes elephant welfare

Zenger

Europe's strategy to boost its computer chip industry and compete with Asia gets final approval

European Union member states have given final approval for the bloc’s master plan to expand semiconductor production

The Independent UK

Travelling unfettered across 10 countries in Asia by road

Group of four travel 500,000 km across India & 10 countries in Asia to research little-known seers. Supported by friends & groups, they journey to find unified whole. Unfettered travel is about discovering every being is part of one. Book to be written in English & translated into multiple languages.

The Hindu

Invisible barrier that runs through Indonesia finally explained by scientists

Researchers now understand why there is an uneven distribution of animal species on either side of the mysterious boundary, known as the Wallace Line.

LiveScience

Japanese Foreign Minister to visit India this week, discuss vision for Global South

At a press conference in Tokyo, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi said that his focus during the visit to India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, South Africa, Uganda, and Ethiopia was on enhancing ties with “South West Asia and Africa”.

The Hindu

The 1975 cancel two Asian shows after Malaysia LGBT+ controversy

Frontman Matty Healy had been at the Good Vibes Festival on Friday when he made a speech about homosexuality.

Evening Standard

Hun Sen is the longest serving leader in Asia. He’s purged critics and is set to win Cambodian polls

Cambodians go to the polls Sunday with incumbent Prime Minister Hun Sen and his party all but assured a landslide victory thanks to the effective suppression and intimidation of any real opposition

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Swimming Federation of India hopeful of men’s water polo team participating in Hangzhou Asian Games

SFI hopeful of men's water polo team making it to Hangzhou Asian Games despite not being ranked in top 8 in Asia. Proposal sent to Sports Ministry for consideration. Last time Indian men's team made it to Games was 1986 in South Korea. Training under Serbian coach for 9 months,…

The National (Scotland)

Matt O'Riley points to Celtic fatigue factor in friendly win

The Hoops defeated Gamba Osaka 1-0 as the curtain came down on their Asia tour.

The Hindu

Malabar River Festival 2023 set to host kayakers from various parts of India

Kozhikode's Iruvazhinji and Chali rivers prepare for Malabar River Fest, Asia's largest whitewater kayaking comp. Attracting world champs, experienced kayakers, amateurs and water sport enthusiasts, the event has open and intermediate categories. 50 kayakers from other states and 10 from abroad are training for the event. It includes Kayak Cross…

The Conversation

Researchers find evidence of a 2,000-year-old curry, the oldest ever found in Southeast Asia

It’s hard to imagine a world without spice today. Fast global trade has allowed the import and export of all manner of delicious ingredients that help bring Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Malaysian, Sri Lankan (and so many more) cuisines to our dinner tables.

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2,000-year-old curry: scientists discover evidence of ancient recipe in south-east Asia

Nutmeg seeds excavated at site in southern Vietnam were still aromatic two millennia later

The Hindu

Asia to play host to World’s 50 Best Bars finale this October

World’s 50 Best Bars finale in Singapore this October

The Independent UK

AP Week in Pictures: Asia

July 14-20, 2023

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed as investors weigh weakness in the tech sector

Shares are mixed in Asia after the rally on Wall Street fizzled with big declines for Tesla, Netflix and other big tech-oriented stocks

Al Jazeera

Russia’s exit from grain deal puts focus on Asia’s food prices

Analysts say food prices in Asia are likely to rise but the fallout will be limited for the time being.

Tribune News Service

Extreme heat, weather conditions attributed to stagnant jet stream

It’s no coincidence that extreme heat is engulfing huge swaths of Asia, Europe and North America all at the same time. Powerful weather forces are combining to create the planet-wide conditions, and there’s unlikely to be relief from the scorching temperatures anytime soon.

Barchart

Cocoa Prices Retreat on Weak Asian Demand

Sep ICE NY cocoa (CCU23 ) on Thursday closed -45 (-1.31%), and Sep ICE London cocoa #7 (CAU23 ) closed -21 (-0.81%). Cocoa prices Thursday posted moderate losses on signs of weakness in global demand. The Cocoa Association of Asia reported Thursday that Asia Q2 cocoa grindings fell -3.6% q/q...

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